What to know
- Canada’s Wonderland is relaunching its Flight Deck coaster as The DareDeviler, featuring new trains, smoother track updates and open-style restraints for a more immersive ride.
- Three new live performances (cirque, acrobatics, and musical shows) are joining the lineup, alongside the return of Brew & BBQ with smoked meats, tasting cards and craft beer collabs.
- The park opens May 3 (May 1 preview for passholders), with a full calendar including fireworks, Splash Works, KidZfest, Halloween Haunt, and WinterFest — plus updated passes and new chaperone rules for younger guests.
Canada’s Wonderland is kicking off its 2026 season with major upgrades, including a revamped roller coaster, three new live shows, and the return of brew & BBQ to fuel every thrill-seeker in the park.
The park opens to the public on May 3 — but if you’re a Season Passholder, you can get in a full two days early with a preview on May 1. Here’s what’s new this year.
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Upgraded ride
Are you the daredevil in your friend group? Then The DareDeviler — an upgraded version of the classic Flight Deck coaster — was basically made for you.
The new name ties back to the original vision for the Grande World Expo area, where the whole vibe is built around the spirit of aviation.
The ride itself got a real upgrade too: new trains and targeted track refinements mean a smoother, more immersive experience from start to finish.
New open, vest-style restraints mean you’re not just strapped in — you can actually see everything you’re flying through.
“We’re excited to breathe new life into one of our classic roller coasters,” said Heather Hill, park manager, in a press release. “With The DareDeviler, we’re elevating the thrill experience with a smoother, more comfortable ride,” she added.
Live entertainment
Canada’s Wonderland is also welcoming three new live shows with arts from Cirque, acrobatics, and musical performances.
- Retrospect: At International Showplace, enjoy an energetic, interactive musical show with current and throwback anthems for all to sing along.
- The King’s Banquet: The play will take place at Canterbury Theatre, where a grand royal feast goes wrong when a shadowy sorcerer poisons the King. Follow the adventure of loyal heroes on a time-bending quest filled with cirque feats, fire juggling, sword swallowing and acrobatics to rewrite fate.
- Watchtower: At Arthur’s Baye, watch merrymen and women perform wild stunts, including trampoline aerials, high dives and slackline acts.
Summer events lineup
A highlight of Canada’s Wonderland’s summer events is Brew & BBQ, happening June 6-7, 13-14, and 20-21. Bold flavours and favourites like sesame-glazed smoked pork ribs, wood-fired chicken legs, and smoked beef brisket flatbreads will return to the festival. Tasting cards and drink tokens will be available for purchase.
The rest of the summer events lineup is just as packed:
- On May 1, there will be a Season Passholder Preview to try the rides before the park opens to the public on May 3.
- Fireworks light up the park May 17, July 1, and Sept. 6 at 10 p.m. with upbeat music.
- Splash Works opens May 23 with 18 slides, cliff jumping, water playgrounds, Lazy River, and a wave pool.
- Celebrate Canada Day July 1-5 with live music, Canadian food, and street performers.
- Take your kid to KidZfest from July 22 to Aug 2, where they can meet their favourite characters, attend dance parties, enjoy music and live shows, and ride their favourite rides.
- Oktoberfest will be bringing the flavours and festive spirit of Germany to the park between Sept. 11 and 20. Guests can enjoy classic favourites like bratwurst and pretzels, seasonal dishes, craft beers and live entertainment.
- Family-friendly Tricks & Treats will take place from Sept. 26 to Nov. 1, featuring trick-or-treating, mazes, costume parades, live shows with The PEANUTS™ Gang, interactive games, and rides.
- Canada’s Wonderland’s famous Halloween Haunt will also return Sept. 25 to Nov. 1, transforming the park with scare zones, haunted mazes, monsters, live shows and the immersive attraction The Conjuring: Beyond Fear.
- WinterFest starts Nov. 21 with sparkling lights, festive activities, live entertainment, seasonal food and select attractions.
More updates
Canada’s Wonderland’s candy shop has undergone renovations to offer an expanded range of handcrafted treats.
The park has also partnered with Something in the Water Brewing Co. on a craft beer collab, expect bright citrus aromas.
More food highlights include:
- Choco Crispy Bites Funnel Cake: A dessert layered with fluffy marshmallow cream, crunchy chocolate clusters, creamy vanilla soft-serve ice cream, chocolate chips and a drizzle of warm chocolate sauce.
- Donair Kabobs: Offered at the Lazy Bear Lodge, the Halifax Donair-inspired meal features crispy, smoked, spiced beef skewers with a sweet, garlicky, tangy white sauce, with a choice of side.
- “Wonder Rush” Coca-Cola® Freestyle Beverage: Inspired by AlpenFlury’s launch out of Wonder Mountain, guests can taste a blend of Sprite Vanilla, Fanta Pineapple and Minute Maid Lemonade — available at any of the park’s nine Refresh Centres.
Season Pass and Policy Updates
Silver season passes are available for $89 online, plus a processing fee up to $9.99 and applicable taxes — offering in-park discounts on food and merchandise, bring-a-friend ticket discounts and early ride time.
Gold passes are also available for all four seasons and access to Halloween Haunt and WinterFest. A new benefit for Gold Passholders is unlimited access to regional Six Flags parks, including Cedar Point and Darien Lake.
Before purchasing a pass, ensure guests 15 years or younger are accompanied by a chaperone who is at least 21 years old after 4 p.m.
